Are you intrigued by some of the art and how it is created? Maybe you have an idea of your own that you think you might like to try…. or perhaps you are just curious. A needle felting class might be something you might like to try. Please check the schedule and the locations below and see if a class might work for you. We tend to have alot of fun in class and sometimes students see projects go in directions they never thought possible. Many of the students feel that they are not all that artistic, but no one said you had to be ….just come and enjoy learning needle felting and enjoy the camaraderie. Hope to see you soon!!! If you would like to receive an email with the schedule as I update it please contact me at irene@ireneheckel.com and ask to be added to my email list.
Schedule Of Needle Felting Classes
I am constantly adding new classes. Checkout my current list of classes below to see which of our classes interest you.
Stab & Gab sessions are currently offered on Zoom, once a week on Thursdays at 12 noon. For more details or to join the sessions, please contact me at irene@ireneheckel.com to add you to the list so that you will get the invite to our Zoom session.
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Heritage Weavers and Fiber Artists
The location of classes will be at Historic Johnson Farm (see address below). If you wish to register for classes at this location, please visit the website for Heritage Weavers and Fiber Artists (www.hwfawnc.org) and check under classes and calendar for dates and times, etc. You will need to fill out the class sign up form (under the drop down for classes) and follow the instructions on the form. The class fee is listed … materials fee is extra (if you are a member of HWFA you get a discount – if you intend to take a few classes you may be interested in joining – inquire on the website) Any questions, please contact them. Here is the link to the class on their website: www.hwfawnc.org/classes/let-it-snow-needle-felting-class
“Needle Felt a Sheep”
Friday March 17th, 2023
A class that honors the animal that provides our raw material! Sheep class – some even a different color! You will learn to use locks and for the non-beginner, perhaps different supplies for legs. Class is good for the beginner and for those with some experience..
Maximum number of students: 10
Prerequisites: None – sense of humor is helpful!
Fee: $30 for HWFA members (must have completed orientation at the time of registration) or $40 for non-members, payable by check, cash or credit card to HWFA.
Materials fee: $15.00 payable to the Instructor on class day.
Supplies brought by student: None – Snack/drinks.
Materials Used (provided by instructor or HWFA): Instructor will supply fiber needed to complete sheep, needles, and use of foam work surface (to be returned)..
Last day to register: March 10, 2023
Heritage Weavers & Fiber Artists, Inc.
3346 Haywood Rd.
Hendersonville, NC 28791
828-595-9475
Email: hwfanc@gmail.com
Or you can drop off cash, check or credit card payment by the Boarding House Monday through Friday 10am – 3pm.
Registration form is available here
Classes At Other Locations
I occasionally am invited to teach workshops at other locations or for special events. See below for details.
Fiber Forum 2023 – Arrowmont School Of Arts And Crafts – April 13 – 16, 2023
Sponsored by Southeast Fiber Forum Association, this event is a must for the fiber lover! More info upcoming! Go to their website sefiberforum.org for updates to come!!
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Blue Ridge Fiber Festival – Sparta NC
June 2nd – 3rd, 2023
The first annual Blue Ridge Fiber Fest was held in Sparta, North Carolina on June 2 and 3, 2018. This area of northwest North Carolina and Southwest Virginia is deeply steeped in the tradition of the fiber arts. Set among the mountains, just a few miles off the Blue Ridge Parkway, Sparta offers a small town quaintness, not far from bigger cities and a more metropolis-like atmosphere.
For information go to their website at: blueridgefiberfest.com or Email: blueridgefiberfest@gmail.com
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Southeast Fiber Arts Alliance – Atlanta, GA
New class coming soon!! – keep checking back
FENCE (Foothills Equestrian and Nature Center)
FENCE (Foothills Equestrian and Nature Center) in Tryon – Foothills Equestrian Nature Center 3381 Hunting Country Road, Tryon, NC 828-859-9021
Please register for this class directly with FENCE through their website. Here is the link to their calendar http://www.fence.org/calendar and the website has their contact info.
New classes coming – stay tuned!!
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Tryon Arts and Crafts School
Tryon Arts and Crafts School – 373 Harmon Field Road, in Tryon, NC 828.859-8323
Please register directly through their website… here is the link https://tryonartsandcrafts.org/product-category/workshops
New classes coming soon – stay tuned!!
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